Mccoll Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccoll Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02084 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TOWN OF MCCOLL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mccoll Pond Dam?
Mccoll Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mccoll Pond Dam?
Mccoll Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF MCCOLL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccoll Pond Dam built?
Mccoll Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Mccoll Pond Dam?
Mccoll Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mccoll Pond Dam?
Mccoll Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Mccoll Pond Dam last inspected?
Mccoll Pond Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.